Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Judy Koutsky covers adventure, luxury and family travel. Japan is a country that seamlessly blends the old with the new, offering ...

The best part of my family's trip to Japan was not Tokyo or Kyoto; it was visiting the smaller town of Hakone and its onsens, ...

Key Highlight: The temple is very special, serene and a must-see. You'll want to combine a stop here with a visit to the Golden Pavilion since the two sit within walking distance of each other. Every ...

Six travel experts all named Japan as the top solo travel destination, and their reasons are hard to argue with. From bullet ...

Discover a hidden bamboo forest in Kyoto at Kodai-ji Temple. Skip the crowds of Arashiyama and explore this lesser-known bamboo grove with tips.

Plan Ahead: Because crowds are drawn to their picturesque beauty, Fushimi Inari's trails can get quite congested during the day. For a more peaceful visit, opt for an evening stroll up the mountain – ...

In many ways, Japan is a country of contrasts. Ancient cultural traditions thrive in cities where some of the world’s most futuristic technologies are the norm. One season tourists ski in the north, ...

How to visit this cultural and spiritual epicentre, where ancient and modern Japan live side by side Danielle Demetriou moved from London to Japan in 2007. After 15 years in Tokyo, she now lives in ...